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Supreme Court's Climate Ruling Reveals Internal Divisions

4/18/2026

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In April 2016, the Supreme Court of the United States issued a 5-4 ruling halting President Barack Obama's climate change initiative, marking the start of the court's "shadow docket".
The New York Times obtained confidential memos revealing the justices' internal debates, showing a shift away from traditional deliberation.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled Pabst Brewing Company liable for asbestos damages, affirming a nearly $7 million award to the deceased worker's estate.

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In April 2016, the Supreme Court of the United States issued a 5-4 ruling halting President Barack Obama's climate change initiative, marking the start of the court's "shadow docket".
The New York Times obtained confidential memos revealing the justices' internal debates, showing a shift away from traditional deliberation.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled Pabst Brewing Company liable for asbestos damages, affirming a nearly $7 million award to the deceased worker's estate.